PLDT Inc., together with its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc., reaffirmed their commitment to climate action by joining the symbolic signing of the Unity Board during the Climate Change Commission’s (CCC) Climate Consciousness Week Solidarity Night.
The Unity Board serves as a visual expression of shared responsibility and collective action toward climate resilience, cultural preservation, and a climate-smart future. The initiative highlights collaboration among government, civil society, international organizations, and the private sector in addressing climate challenges.
As part of the ceremony, participants from national and local government, international organizations, civil society groups, and the private sector were presented with traditional Philippine fabrics, including T’nalak, Inabel, Abaca, Straw Habi, and Ifugao fabric. Each piece, reflecting the heritage and stories of local communities, was pinned onto the Unity Board and sealed with the participants’ signatures.
Launched in 2024, the Solidarity Night underscores the CCC’s belief that effective climate leadership is a shared responsibility—strengthened through partnerships, guided by evidence, and driven by collective resolve.
“Building a climate-resilient Philippines requires a whole-of-nation approach, where every individual and sector contributes within their sphere of influence,” said PLDT and Smart Chief Sustainability Officer Melissa Vergel de Dios. “As part of the private sector, PLDT and Smart play a critical role by continuously building and operating a robust and reliable network that keeps communities connected, even amid extreme weather conditions.”
PLDT and Smart also reaffirmed their support for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 13 (Climate Action) and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), as they continue to embed sustainability across their operations and business strategies.